Sunday, August 25, 2013

Use professional associations to expand your career and network

I recently spoke at a conference for HR professionals who are relatively new to their career. I was so impressed by their desire to grow professionally. During the day, participants had the opportunity to listen to a panel of successful seasoned HR professionals share their career journey and provide words of wisdom. Three career coaches, of which I was one, delivered presentations designed to help participants effectively manage their career. My presentation "10 Keys to Becoming a Career Conqueror" included the importance of having a vision for your career, identifying and capitalizing on your personal brand, and expanding your network. After the conference, many of the participants reached out to connect with me on LinkedIn. It's vital to build and maintain your network now and throughout your career. It's also important to consider who you want in your network and seek ways to connect with them, both online and offline.

If you're just starting out in your career or want to make sure you stay on track, what professional associations do you need to join? It's important to stay current with your current field, and if you're just starting out or want to change careers or industries, it's important to learn more about that particular field or industry. Remember, you need to take charge of your own career!

Don't miss my upcoming teleclass, "Top 3 Myths of Career Success & 10 Keys to Becoming a Career Conqueror." Also, grab a copy of my free eBook, Get a Job, Keep a Job, or Move Up- faster!

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